Ophthalmic Technician 2 - Bascom Palmer Eye Institute - Palm Beach Gardens, FL

The Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is currently seeking a full‑time Ophthalmic Technician 2 to work in our Palm Beach Gardens campus. The Ophthalmic Technician 2 (OT2) is proficient in the theory, principles, and practice of eye care and performs appropriate clinical testing in compliance with department standards, documenting all findings in the electronic medical record (EMR) system. Core Job Functions Performs and documents the following items in the electronic medical record: reason for visit, tangent-screen visual fields, chief complaint, basic ocular motility, history of present illness, pupillary evaluation, basic review of systems, ocular surface assessment, review of systemic and ocular medications, eye drop administration, record allergies, intraocular pressure (Goldman, Tono‑Pen, I‑Care), pharmacy information, pachymetry, family/social/medical/ocular history, insertion and removal of hard & soft contact lenses, visual acuity at distance and near, color vision test, lensometry, stereopsis test, manual refraction, sensorimotor exam, confrontational fields, automated & manual perimetry, Humphrey visual fields, virtual reality visual fields, Amsler Grid visual field. Provides support to providers, including documentation in patient charts as required and directed for patient care. Provides patient‑centric care and adheres to University of Miami policies, standards, values, and required training. Complies with regulations and maintains patient confidentiality. Follows best practices of patient safety, hand hygiene, and infection control. Attends educational courses for ophthalmic personnel when assigned. Demonstrates high quality of work through accuracy, timeliness, professionalism, and thoroughness. Meets daily productivity goals. Maintains JCAHPO certifications. Ensures all equipment is calibrated and instrumentation is in proper working order. Participates in assigned clinical research and maintains required certifications. Organizes and stocks rooms for daily clinical activities. Travels to satellite eye centers when necessary. Works evenings and weekends as needed. Performs organizational duties as assigned. Completes intravitreal injection (IVI) prep for patients. Facilitates motility exams. Supports virtual care encounters and exams. Performs imaging including but not limited to fundus photos, OCTs, and slit‑lamp exams. Assists with training and onboarding clinical support staff. Acts as a super‑user for technology implementations, optimizations, and training initiatives. Acts as preceptor and trainer for team members. Serves as a lead technician providing oversight to clinical teams when assigned. Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent. Required certification and licensing: Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA), BLS certification. Two years of relevant experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes Works well with patients of all age groups. Maintains a professional appearance. Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing. Demonstrates outstanding interpersonal skills. Analyzes, organizes, prioritizes, and meets deadlines in a fast‑paced environment. Completes assignments accurately and with attention to detail. Seeks instruction in areas that require additional knowledge. Works independently and in a collaborative environment. Displays intermediate knowledge of ocular anatomy, function, and motility. Exhibits ability to perform the appropriate patient workup using EMR telehealth platform. Demonstrates competency in all ophthalmic subspecialty patient workups. Prepares patients for intravitreal injections. Can function as an ophthalmic scribe. Proficient in Microsoft Office. The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission, and more. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on categories protected by Federal law. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Miami